Translation of Spanish word "motor" to English
motor
/moˈtoɾ/
Meaning
Nouna machine that converts energy into motion or power
How to use
Motor ('engine / motor / driving force') is masculine (plural: motores). Motor de búsqueda — Search engine. Motor de combustión — Combustion engine.
🇬🇧 English
engine
Example
El motor del coche es muy ruidoso.
The car's engine is very loud.
El motor eléctrico es más eficiente que el motor de gasolina.
The electric motor is more efficient than the gasoline engine.
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Common phrases
- motor de búsqueda— search engine
- motor de arranque— starter motor / starter
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What does the Spanish word "motor" mean?▼
The Spanish word "motor" means "engine" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "El motor del coche es muy ruidoso." (which translates as "The car's engine is very loud.").
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